Sony HX90V vs Sony HX9V

Lets take a more detailed look at the Sony HX90V and Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are designed by Sony. The resolution of the HX90V (18MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX90V was manufactured 3 years later than the HX9V and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the HX90V matches up against the HX9V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX90V Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony HX90V comes with external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX90V and Sony HX9V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the HX90V versus the HX9V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX90V and HX9V is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HX90V and HX9V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX90V to deliver more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher HX90V will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.